Silphium integrifolium

Rosinweed

The shortest of all Silphiums, Rosinweed has textured leaves that have the feel of sandpaper. In July to August, clusters of yellow flowers bloom atop stems. The seed is enjoyed by birds.

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Height
48-72 Inches

Spread
16-24 Inches

Bloom/Seasonal Color
Medium Yellow

USDA Hardiness Zone 3-9

Home Owner Growing and Maintenance Tips:

Good Companions

Slender Mountain Mint (Pycnanthemum tenuifolium (flexuosum)), Prairie Blazing Star (Liatris pycnostachya), Tall Larkspur (Delphinium exaltatum), Sideoats Grama (Bouteloua curtipendula), Little Bluestem (Schizachyrium scoparium)

Characteristics & Attributes

Hydrologic Designation

•

UPL

Nature Attracting

•

Songbird

Season of Interest

•	Late (July-frost)

Soil Moisture

•	Moderate
•	Average

Sun Exposure

•

Full Sun

USFS MO Ecological Map

•	Central Dissected Till Plain
•	Osage Plains
•	Mississippi Aluvial Basin
•	Ozark Highlands

Wildlife Benefit

•	Food/Birds